Have a business idea, invention, creative project, personal rebuilding goal that requires financial support
Are facing financial strain or debt due to circumstances such as disability, trauma, surviving crime or domestic abuse, caring for a sick family member, parenting a child with special needs, navigating a major medical diagnosis, or other life events that make progress difficult
Are committed to using the award to create momentum toward a goal that will improve your life or stability
At this time, the Breaking Barriers Grant is open to U.S. residents only.
This grant is intentionally broad because it is designed to help individuals move forward with their dreams, but lack the financial freedom to do so— whether that means starting something new, rebuilding stability, or paying down debt that resulted from difficult circumstances. Hardship looks different for everyone. If you believe this grant could help you take a meaningful step forward, you are welcome to apply.
There is no requirement to publicly share your identity or personal story if you are selected. Privacy and anonymity are among the core values of this program and winners choose how much or how little is made public when the award announcement is made.
